About this Job:
General Summary of Position
Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
- Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
- Performs CAT Scan Radiology studies. Obtains patient history explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns.
- Performs CT techniques and examinations abdominal scans retroperitoneal scans obstetric and gynecology scans radiation therapy localization for treatment planning and minor surgical procedures.
- Performs IV Access and contrast injections per departmental policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.
- Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality completeness and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images.
- Selects and operates equipment as directed.
- Transports patients to CAT Scan room; prepares and maintains room for daily activities. Where applicable refer to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
- Associate's degree preferred and
- training in computer-assisted tomography. required
Experience
- Less than 1 year 6 months CT experience required or
- Completion of a certified CT program required
Licenses and Certifications
- ARRT Radiology Technologist license in the State of Maryland. required or
- NMTCB - Nuclear Medicine Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technologist license in the State of Maryland with required paperwork to perform diagnostic CTs on file with the state. required and
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
- Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
- Basic computer skills preferred.
This position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.